Southport man was victim of Titanic disaster

AN ambitious Southport–born man had clocked up 30 years experience with White Star Line when he died.

Mr James Walpole’s career began with a humble post in the stewards department before he worked his way up to the respectable position of chief pantryman steward for first class passengers. He was on a monthly wage of £7.

Among the ships in which he previously served were the Britannic, Adriatic, Majestic, Celtic and Olympic, before he was transferred to the Titanic for her maiden voyage.